- Experiences in eight destinations
- Locally inspired dining - a total of 18 meals
- The services of an expert APT Driver-Guide
- Traverse the remote Oodnadatta Track
- Take a scenic flight over the salt flats of the largest inland lake in Australia, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre
- Explore the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
Lake Eyre and Flinders Ranges
Trip Type: Remote Journey , OtherNZD 6,495.00 /Person
Lake Eyre and Flinders Ranges
See the salt flats of Australia’s largest inland lake, Kati-Thanda Lake Eyre. Visit the legendary outback towns of Port Augusta and Birdsville and stay in the only accommodation within Flinders Ranges National Park, getting up close to the colossal Wilpena Pound.
Be met at Adelaide airport, where you will meet your driver and board your 4WD vehicle. Travel to Port Augusta, situated at the head of Spencer Gulf. This iconic town sits at the crossroads of Australia, where the Sydney-Perth and Adelaide-Alice Springs railway lines intersect. Today you’ll also visit the award-winning Wadlata Outback Centre, where a walk through its ‘Tunnel of Time’ provides the perfect introduction to this magnificent region.
Accommodation
Port Augusta, Standpipe Motel
- Lunch
- Dinners
Location
Port Augusta , Australia
Traverse the Pichi Richi Pass, a heritage steam railway line. Stop for lunch at Parachilna’s famous Prairie Hotel, a family-owned pub that was first licensed in 1876. Continue to the stunning Aroona Dam and admire the spectacular ochre-coloured pits, then call in at the ghost town of Farina before arriving at Marree.
Accommodation
The Marree Hotel
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinners
Location
Marree , Australia
Set off along the Oodnadatta Track towards Lake Eyre South, where you’ll enjoy the dazzling salt flats. Keep an eye out for unusual creatures including the Lake Eyre dragon, as well as a variety of birdlife including corellas and wild emerald budgerigars. Afterwards, enjoy a pub lunch at William Creek and then embark on your Signature Experience. You will spend the ight in Birdsville at the famous Birdsville Hotel.
Accommodation
Birdsville Hotel
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinners
Location
Marree , Australia
Set off along the Oodnadatta Track towards Lake Eyre South, where you’ll enjoy the dazzling salt flats. Keep an eye out for unusual creatures including the Lake Eyre dragon, as well as a variety of birdlife including corellas and wild emerald budgerigars. Afterwards, enjoy a pub lunch at William Creek and then embark on your Signature Experience. You will spend the ight in Birdsville at the famous Birdsville Hotel.
Accommodation
Birdsville Hotel
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinners
Location
Port Augusta , Australia
Depart Birdsville and follow the vast intermittent Diamantina River via the eastern side of Lake Eyre North, the Cooper Creek and Lake Eyre South. Fly over the Marree Man, the largest geoglyph and work of art in the world, to this date little is known about its origin. Upon arrival, drive through the Flinders Ranges to Wilpena Pound and enjoy dinner at your hotel later this evening.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Wilpena Pound Resort
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinners
Location
Wilpena Pound , Australia
This morning is yours to explore at leisure. Perhaps take a scenic flight over Wilpena Pound to gain a true appreciation of this natural wonder (additional expense). Or alternatively embark on a self-guided walk to the spectacular Wilpena Pound, a natural amphitheatre of mountains in the heart of the national park. After Lunch, venture into Flinders Ranges National Park and follow in the footsteps of Douglas Mawson as you spend the afternoon in the geological site of Brachina Gorge, an important refuge for the endangered yellow-footed rock wallaby.
Meals Included- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinners
Location
Wilpena Pound , Australia
After breakfast, drive to the world-renowned wine growing district of the Clare Valley. Here, enjoy your Signature Experience, showcasing the exceptional locally grown produce and wines of the region. Later, return to Adelaide, where you will enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel.
Accommodation
Adelaide, The Playford
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinners
Location
Adelaide , Australia
After breakfast, be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
Meals Included- Breakfast
Location
Adelaide , Australia
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Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change
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Weather may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations
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APT highly recommends travel insurance
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This tour includes mainly easy walks over uneven terrain
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Prices includes airport transfers and park fees
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Prices are for land only. Flights not included unless specified
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